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What does ambivert mean? -

An ambivert is a person whose personality has a balance of extrovert and introvert features. According to studies, ambiverts engage in a pattern of talking and listening equally, since they share characteristics from both personality types.

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You're happy equally by yourself and in groups -

You can be by yourself for hours, then join a group for dinner. As ambiverts straddle the line between introverted and extroverted tendencies, you're happy in both situations.

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You're not always up for meeting new people -

Even if you do like meeting new people, it's not always the case. Sometimes you don’t want to make the effort of starting a new conversation. It depends on your mood.

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You're laid-back -

You're a laid-back person. You’re not the one screaming at a concert, but you also aren’t the one silent the whole time either.

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You're fine with short conversations -

You're okay with short convos. You don't have to spend hours talking to someone, and you're completely fine that way.

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You’re a good negotiator -

You’re a good negotiator because you’re an active listener as well as a talker. People feel like they are heard when they are around you.

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You're observant -

As an ambivert, you're observant, with no problems standing back and listening. But you will definitely speak up if you have something to add.

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You feel more social some days than others -

Some days you’re just feeling super social, and other days you’re feeling like you need your own space. You can even swing back and forth on the same day!

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You can regulate your emotions well -

Ambiverts are quite centered and regulate their emotions well. So if you get angry, you don't tend to stay that way for long periods.

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You are comfortable in different friend groups -

You socialize with various friend groups and appreciate each circle for what it can offer you, be it a sports team or a book club.

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You’re empathetic -

Ambiverts are empathetic, and are often the one helping a friend or coworker. People typically come to you for advice or when they need someone to just listen.

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You don’t mind talking to strangers -

You might not be the one to initiate the conversation, but you don’t mind talking to strangers. You just don’t feel obligated to do so.

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You don't stay until the end of parties -

You do like going to parties, but don't necessarily have to stay until the end. When you feel like you've had enough, you’re comfortable leaving.

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You're stable and consistent -

Your friends find you stable and consistent, while employers find you dependable. You don’t hog the spotlight, and you’re a good team player.

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You tend to make friends fairly easily -

While extroverts have tons of acquaintances and introverts have a small group of friends, ambiverts live in the middle. You have a nice circle of inner friends and a manageable circle of acquaintances.

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You’re generally game for any activity, but for a limited time -

You don't really like activities that last for long periods of time. So instead of hiking for five hours, ambiverts prefer an hour or two of walking with a friend.

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You can go to the movie by yourself or with a friend -

You have no issues with going to the cinema, or museum, by yourself or with a friend. You really enjoy your own company, but you also enjoy being around others.

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You’re not drained after talking to people -

Many introverts have a hard time conversing with people, while extroverts can talk for hours. Ambiverts have a nice balance of talking to people and having great in-depth conversations, without feeling drained.

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Your perfect day is a mix -

You definitely need some downtime after socializing a lot. A perfect day is spending part of it by yourself and part of it with friends and family.

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You're mild-mannered -

You're not the super chatty type that says something in every meeting, but you are also not a wallflower who gets overlooked. There's true balance!

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You’re not easily embarrassed -

Many introverts don’t like to draw attention to themselves, while extroverts are the opposite. As an ambivert, you’re in the middle.

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You can be a bit skeptical with people -

When it comes to trusting people, ambiverts can sometimes be a bit skeptical, and at other times they can dive right in without any issues.

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You like company as well -

You definitely like your own company, but you don’t want to be by yourself constantly. Ambiverts always find the time to meet up with friends and family.

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You get bored with too much downtime -

Even though you don't always need to be moving, too much downtime leaves you feeling bored. You can also easily get lost in your own thoughts.

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You also enjoy solo activities -

While you have a social life, you also like doing things alone. You have no issues going for a long, solo hike, and then meeting up with friends after.

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You need to unwind -

After a day of socializing, you want to go home and be alone. Whether taking a bath or having a cup of tea on the couch, you need to unwind by yourself each day.

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Benefits -

Since ambiverts live in the middle, they have a unique ability to take advantage of traits on both ends of the spectrum. It can be easier for them to compromise, as they can feel comfortable in a variety of different settings.

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Disadvantages -

As ambiverts are considered to be flexible, this can sometimes put a strain on them, depending on the situation. Balance is a good quality to have, but it can also be tiring.

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Careers where ambiverts thrive -

In general, ambiverts are likely to thrive in careers that involve a balance of collaboration and time spent working independently. That’s because they can use both introvert and extrovert traits.

Sources: (Parade) (Healthline) (Forbes)

See also: Where to travel based on your personality type

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